[1] In his youth, he helped the Giudice Razionale Giozzolino della Marra in his job and he's often been mistakenly defined a notary or even an architect (because of his patronage in the construction of churches and other buildings); his first real job was Maestro Razionale (a sort of accountant of the kingdom).

[2] Over his life, he served three kings, namely Charles I of Anjou, Charles II of Naples and Robert of Anjou, and, by serving them, the Pipino family became one of the wealthiest and most notable families of the kingdom; he was also appointed miles, thus being allowed into the circle of noblemen of the Kingdom of Naples.

In that situation, though he had no experience as a war strategist, he provided evidence of his high skills and managed to carry out the duty assigned by king Charles II of Naples.

On top of the tomb is a statue probably depicting him; the coat of arms of the Pipino family is also visible.

[5] The coat of arms is also visible inside the castle of Minervino Murge, ma it's been partly damaged, probably by his grandchildren's enemies.